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John Truslove marketing Bromsgrove industrial investment for £3.6 million
A rare freehold industrial property investment has come on the market with Worcestershire commercial property agents John Truslove. Buntsford Business Park in Bromsgrove is on the market for £3.6 million. The virtually brand new, high spec development of six...
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John Truslove marketing Bromsgrove industrial investment for £3.6 million
A rare freehold industrial property investment has come on the market with Worcestershire commercial property agents John Truslove. Buntsford Business Park in Bromsgrove is on the market for £3.6 million. The virtually brand new, high spec development of six...
Member News
Local Innovation Takes Centre Stage as Worcestershire’s Programme Expands Support to Final Intake of 2025
Worcestershire’s innovation ecosystem continues to gather momentum as BetaDen, a multi-award-winning organisation providing support for innovative companies and entrepreneurs, welcomes its second and final intake of early-stage technology businesses to the Incubate...
DRPG Experience welcomes new creative talent
Creative communications group DRPG has announced two significant leadership updates within its Live Division continuing its investment in top talent and reaffirming its commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences for clients worldwide. James Khan has joined as...
Patron & Strategic News
Law Firm Steps up to Support its Future Boxing Star
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors is set to play a role in helping one of its trainee solicitors take the next step in his professional boxing career. The local law firm is supporting trainee corporate solicitor Oscar McCracken, who is taking part in a...
Agricultural Property Relief – Tax Break or Food Security?
Agricultural Property Relief (APR) was introduced as part of the UK’s inheritance tax system to help farmers pass down agricultural property and land to their heirs without incurring prohibitive tax liabilities. By offering 100% relief on qualifying agricultural...
Chamber News
A straightforward business solution in a complicated world
If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it’s that businesses need to expect the unexpected. A period of massive political and economic change has meant trading has been extremely difficult, in particular for small- and medium-sized firms, who will have...
Welcome new Members!
The Chamber would like to wish a very warm welcome to our newest Members this month: Worcestershire A-Plan Insurance (Worcester Commercial & Marine) – Insurance agent Broadheath Interiors – Handmade UK furniture Footnotes UK – Experienced care...
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Policy News
BCC comments on proposals for new UK immigration system
Commenting on the government’s policy proposals for a points-based immigration system, BCC Director General Adam Marshall said: “The speed and scale of these changes will require significant adjustment by businesses. “Companies are already investing heavily in...
Chamber 2019 Q4 Economic Report results
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Bishop Fleming, have released the results of the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) outlining key economic indicators for Quarter 4 (Q4) 2019. The report, from Q4 2019, focusses specially...
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Charity News
Sentence the Boss to a Night in the Clink and Help Save Lives
This is your chance to send your boss to prison for a night, all in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. The organisation has joined forces with HM Prison Shrewsbury and is inviting employees to sign up their CEOs and senior managers to its Jail or Bail event, with...
Connecting Business and Charities – It’s not just about the money!
Tuesday 29 June 10.00am-12.30pm Jo Hilditch, High Sheriff of Herefordshire, presents an exciting opportunity to make connections and to support your CSR and Social Value activities’. Come and find out how supporting Herefordshire charities can be beneficial for your...
Weak GDP highlights continued fragility of UK economy
Reacting to the latest ONS GDP figures, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “The first estimate of GDP for Q1 2023 of 0.1% growth indicates the UK is avoiding a recession and shows the resilience of businesses who are having to weather serious headwinds....
BCC News
Weak GDP highlights continued fragility of UK economy
Reacting to the latest ONS GDP figures, David Bharier, Head of Research at the BCC, said: “The first estimate of GDP for Q1 2023 of 0.1% growth indicates the UK is avoiding a recession and shows the resilience of businesses who are having to weather serious headwinds....
Worcestershire News
Bishop Fleming Lays Foundation For West Midlands Growth
Leading accounting, audit, tax, and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has invested in plans to grow its West Midlands presence as part of an ambitious business strategy. The firm posted impressive financial results in 2021-2022, seeing fee growth rise by 19%, with the...
Meet the Rural & Business Crime Team
Pc Nigel Bolton, Pc Pete Meredith and Rural & Business Crime Officer (RABO) Mick Simpson work across South Worcestershire, as part of a larger dedicated problem solving team and are supported by Special Constables, police volunteers and members of the public. If...
Herefordshire News
Take part in the Marches Career Fair
The Marches Careers Hub are hosting a virtual careers fair on Thursday 8th July 2021 between 10am-3pm.
Herefordshire Area Council May Update
The Chamber hosts two Area Councils, one in Worcestershire and one in Herefordshire. Each Area Council consists of 15 specialists, from different sectors, who meet six times a year to provide feedback from their respective professions. The feedback is then used to...
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Luxury Restaurant Steps up for Wildlife
Last year, The Riverside at Aymestrey took on a new role as a Nature Reserve Guardian for The Goggin nature reserve, owned and managed by Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. The pub has a reputation for environmental sustainability and creating habitats for wildlife across...
The Courtyard launch Joy Club Juniors – an inclusive rave for young people
Friday 21 February, 11am – 12.30pm | Friday 30 May, 2.30pm – 4pm Friday 1 August, 11am – 12.30pm Tickets £6 (Accompanying carer free) 01432 340555 Following the success of Joy Club, The Courtyard is delighted to announce the launch of Joy Club Juniors this February,...
Finding Your Perfect Workspace: Serviced Offices and Coworking in the Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle, encompassing Worcester, Gloucester, and Cheltenham, offers a vibrant business landscape. If you’re seeking flexible and professional workspaces, consider these options. Serviced Offices and Coworking Spaces in the Evesham Area: A Growing...
Recruitment and Employment Update
Chamber past president, and Director of Chamber Patron, Hewett Recruitment, provides update on current trends and challenges in employment “The UK labour market is experiencing transformative shifts, primarily influenced by advancements in artificial...
Avoid Ditching Your Resolutions This Year
January 17th is known by many as ‘Ditch Your New Year’s Resolution Day’; an annual event where many people give up on the promises they made to themselves on the first of the month. Popular resolutions include exercising more, eating healthier, losing weight, or...
Boogie Lights Express Banishes Winter Blues at Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway has the ‘perfect’ on-train experience to banish the winter blues, with the launch of its brand-new Boogie Lights Express services. Running on Friday and Saturday nights from 28 February until 29 March, the steam-hauled Boogie Lights Express...
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